Faculty Position in Computational Social Science

Faculty Position in Computational Social Science

Location: University of Notre Dame campus

Open Date:
Sep 10, 2024

Deadline: Oct 31, 2024 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description:
The University of Notre Dame's Keough School of Global Affairs in conjunction with the Notre Dame Lucy Family Institute for Data and Society invites applicants for an Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Full Professor position focused in the area of computational social science. The candidate should have expertise in methods such as machine learning, network analysis, system dynamics or big-data analytics and visualization, and have a research agenda focused on using these methods to understand the role of public policy in low- and middle-income countries. Duties include research, teaching and service.

The position will be based in the https://keough.nd.edu/, which promotes interdisciplinary and policy-relevant research on critical issues in global affairs, transformative educational programs, and partnerships for global engagement. The Keough School approaches global affairs and development through a focus on https://keough.nd.edu/integral-human-development/, which is also central to the University of Notre Dame's mission. The successful candidate will be appointed as an affiliated faculty member of https://lucyinstitute.nd.edu/, which seeks to advance data innovation to help transform society and individual lives.

Qualifications:

Competitive candidates for this position will have a scholarly track record with evidence of, or potential for, high-quality research as well as experience or interest in policy engagement. The ideal candidate will have completed, or nearly completed, a Ph.D. in business, computer science, economics, information science, public policy, political science, sociology, statistics, or a related field. ABD candidates will be considered for an entry level position.

The University of Notre Dame seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to our Catholic tradition, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of knowing and learning. The Keough School is committed to fostering a culture of diverse views and approaches to Global Affairs. We welcome candidates whose experience in teaching, research, or service has prepared them to contribute to our mission and commitment to diversity and excellence. All applicants whose scholarly pursuits will enhance our ability to fulfill that commitment are encouraged to apply.

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5671160

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).

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